›› 2021, Vol. 41 ›› Issue (10): 928-931.

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Different types of occlusal splints for treating bruxism: present situation and future perspectives

  

  • Received:2020-12-28 Revised:2021-04-05 Online:2021-10-28 Published:2021-10-29

Abstract: Occlusal splint is a commonly used method for treating bruxism. By mechanically isolating the direct contact between maxillary and mandibular teeth, relaxing the masticatory muscles and eliminating occlusal interference, it can effectively reduce the symptoms of bruxism and its damage to the function of stomatognathic system. There are many kinds of occlusal splints in clinical practice. Different manufacturing methods, coverage area, materials and occlusal contact modes bring different treatment outcomes. Especially with the development of digital technology, biofeedback technology and artificial intelligence technology, researches on new occlusal splints have gradually become a hotspot. In this paper, the characteristics of different types of occlusal splints and their clinical effects on treating bruxism were reviewed. It is proposed to provide suggestions for clinical selection of appropriate occlusal splints for bruxism and to enlighten future clinical researches.

Key words: bruxism, occlusal splint, treatment effect

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